#BeExtraordinary At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), our mission is to be Canada’s #1 branded wine and craft beverage company by delivering the perfect brand experience for every lifestyle and occasion. Through our commitment to excellence, honouring our roots, owning it, fostering belonging and driving to succeed, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day. Who We Are We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking. We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience. We are currently hiring a Chef de Partie for our core culinary team at Peller. This includes cooking at any of our establishments including - Winery Restaurant, Terrace Wine Bar and The Oaklands at Riverbend Inn (next door). Interviews are currently taking place and the expected start date is April or May 2026

You take initiative, are professional and do not take short cuts. You are ready for a next step. You are establishing your career in the culinary industry - and we know you are just getting started. As CDP/Chef de Partie at Peller Estates you will be a critical part of an experienced team that delivers world class experiences in food and wine on an established winery in NOTL. the opportunity... Chef Jason Parsons brings over 20 years of experience in fine dining. Work alongside Chef Parsons and his team in our gorgeous kitchen where you will acquire the skills, knowledge, contacts, experience, and confidence to take the next steps in your culinary career.

Competitive total pay, product and discounts, health benefits potential and a long term career path across our family of brands make this an opportunity worth considering.

the atmosphere... Peller Estates Winery is part of the APL family of brands and is a proudly Canadian winery crafting quality wines from the heart of Ontario's Niagara Peninsula - this is a world renowned destination! If you are passionate about creating moments that blend wine and food and family and friends into one completely immersive experience, then you won't want to miss this opportunity!

the details...

• Full time hours during summer
• Competitive hourly rate
• Employee gift card loaded monthly to be used on products, restaurant or experiences
• Access to our Employees Assistance Program, Learning Library and Development
• Potential for health benefits after 6 months of employment

The requirements...

• Chefs certificate-apprenticeship program
• Two-three years of fine dining experience
• Demonstrated strong attitude towards teamwork
• Demonstrated strong communication skills
• Good working knowledge of culinary terms and practices

the expectations...

• You will be responsible for the daily food production and of service of your station and responsible for any apprentice, commis and demi chef working with you.
• You will maintain and deliver the same standards set forth by the head chef and the sous-chefs for the quality for prepared food
• You will assist in menu planning, specials and menu and recipe development
• You will assist in daily ordering and practice good consumption, while using only the highest quality of ingredients
• You will ensure that all health and safety standards are practiced and enforced
• You will get into the details and ensure effective methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions and garnishing of foods to ensure that food is prepared as specified
• You are proficient in meat and fish butchery, sauce making, entremetier, soup making and have a good basic pastry knowledge
• You will write and create your own mis en place sheets, and are able to follow the directions and complete these sheets
• You will maintain personal hygiene, clean uniform and proper tools in good condition
• You can effectively delegate tasks when the needs demand it
• You communicate well with the entire culinary team
• Full time hours is currently available, it may not guaranteed year-round, however does average fulltime across entire year. This will be discussed more in depth during your interview.

We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please email people.culture@andrewpeller.com

Equal Opportunity Employment At Andrew Peller Limited, we are committed to creating and celebrating a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.

This role is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.